as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
an open-air concert under the stars
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
a family of city dwellers who can't wait to go camping in the open air
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Recent Examples of open-air
Angus MacKinnon, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2025
The Shirley-Eustis House is just the latest example of how destinations and community hubs in Boston are falling victim to the spillover from Mass and Cass, an open-air drug market at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2025
Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
This open air cenote is perfect for families with kids of all ages and surrounded by lush vegetation, flowing green trees, natural beauty, and friendly Mexican iguanas.
—Miriam Porter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Adjective
Locals began losing patience with what happened next: Nose-to-tail motorhomes on single-track roads, grill dads scorching seafront meadows with disposable barbecues, everywhere becoming an open-air toilet.
—Angus MacKinnon, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2025
The Shirley-Eustis House is just the latest example of how destinations and community hubs in Boston are falling victim to the spillover from Mass and Cass, an open-air drug market at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2025
Noun
Amenities include an open air pavilion, restrooms and a plaza dedicated to the history of the interurban rail system.
—Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
This open air cenote is perfect for families with kids of all ages and surrounded by lush vegetation, flowing green trees, natural beauty, and friendly Mexican iguanas.
—Miriam Porter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-air
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Carhartt, a brand recently spotted on Jennifer Garner — shop her exact overalls here — has discounted loads of outdoor gear, with prices starting at $12.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The company also plans to capitalize on its position as a leading brand in ski and sailing to grow Helly Hansen’s outdoor segment.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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Luhn, an experienced hiker, was found conscious after nearly a week in the wilderness.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
6 Aug. 2025
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If Democrats can get it together and retake the White House and Congress in 2028, or if the GOP goes a different direction, that choice may put Schmitt in the wilderness.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Bill Kearney covers the environment, the outdoors and tropical weather.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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Throughout the flagship, merchandise is set against verdant backdrops, in effect bringing the outdoors indoors.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
4 Aug. 2025
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Let parts of your garden grow a little wild, with areas of undisturbed ground, leaf litter or flowering weeds like dandelions that can support a variety of life forms.—
Nanette Londeree,
Mercury News,
4 Aug. 2025
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The all-ages park also features tube and body slides with varying thrill levels, ranging from mild to wild, a 30,000-square-foot water playground, a one-million-gallon wave pool, and a lazy river.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
31 July 2025
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“Open-air.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-air. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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